Insurance & Rates for Therapy in Evanston, Chicago’s North Shore, and virtually throughout Illinois
Making therapy more accessible
Investing in your mental health is important, but understanding insurance and therapy costs shouldn't add unnecessary stress.
At Embodied Healing Counseling and Yoga, we're committed to making the financial side of therapy as transparent and straightforward as possible. Whether you plan to use insurance or pay out of pocket, we're happy to help you understand your options before getting started.
We are proud to be in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and UnitedHealthcare/Optum, and we also offer self-pay appointments, out-of-network superbills, and a limited number of reduced-rate appointments.
Questions about your benefits? We're happy to help point you in the right direction.
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In Network with:
Insurance Plans We Accept
We are currently in-network with:
✓ Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
✓ UnitedHealthcare / Optum
Please note that insurance participation may vary by clinician.
Even when a therapist is in-network, your individual cost depends on your specific insurance plan and may include:
Deductibles
Copays
Coinsurance
Because every plan is different, we recommend verifying your behavioral health benefits before your first appointment.
How to check your insurance benefits
If you'd like to better understand your expected costs before scheduling, call the Member Services number on the back of your insurance card and ask about your outpatient behavioral health benefits.
Helpful questions include:
Is Embodied Healing Counseling and Yoga in-network with my plan?
Is my therapist in-network?
Do I have a deductible for outpatient mental health services?
How much of my deductible has been met?
What will I owe for each therapy session?
Do I have a copay or coinsurance?
Are telehealth sessions covered?
Do I need a referral or prior authorization?
Is there a limit to the number of therapy sessions covered each year?
Our commonly used billing codes are:
90791 — Initial diagnostic evaluation (intake)
90837 — Individual psychotherapy (53+ minutes)
Please remember that any information provided by your insurance company is only an estimate of benefits and is not a guarantee of payment.
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Self-pay therapy
Many clients choose not to use insurance, either because they prefer greater privacy, have an out-of-network plan, or simply want the flexibility of paying directly for services.
Our self-pay rates are:
Initial Intake Appointment: $170
Individual Psychotherapy: $150
Payment is due at the time of your appointment and we require a credit card, HSA, or FSA card on file before your first appointment.
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Out-of-network benefits
If we are not in-network with your insurance plan, you may still be able to receive reimbursement through your out-of-network mental health benefits.
We are happy to provide a superbill, which is a detailed receipt you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
If you plan to use out-of-network benefits, ask your insurance company:
- Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?
- What percentage of my sessions will be reimbursed?
- What is my out-of-network deductible?
- How do I submit a superbill?
Reimbursement varies by insurance plan.
Reduced-rate appointments
We believe that finances should not automatically prevent someone from accessing quality mental health care.
A limited number of reduced-rate appointments are available based on clinician availability and financial need.
If cost is a concern, please reach out. We're happy to discuss whether a reduced-rate appointment may be available or explore other resources that might be a good fit.
*Note that we are unable to offer reduced rates if you are also using insurance.
Cancellation & No-Show Policy
Your appointment time is reserved specifically for you.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, we ask for at least 24 hours' notice.
Appointments canceled with less than 24 hours' notice, as well as missed appointments, are charged a $100 fee.
Providing advance notice allows your therapist to offer that appointment time to another client who may be waiting for care and helps us honor the time reserved specifically for your session.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions?
Insurance can feel confusing, but you don't have to figure it out alone.
If you're unsure whether your plan is accepted or what your estimated costs might be, we'd be happy to help you understand your options.
Reach out today, and we'll help you take the next step toward getting the support you deserve.
